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To many buyers, the multi-passenger vehicle(MPV), sometimes called a multipurpose vehicle, is a fairly recent addition to the automotive market. Historians would disagree, pointing to innovations such as the 1936 Stout Scarab as a possible origin for the entire vehicle class. Even if you do not share that belief, there are other possible origins such as theVolkswagen Type 2 and the Fiat 600. Despite these early forays into the MPV realm, the class fell into disarray, with manufacturers choosing to exit the group until the mid-1980s, mainly due to a lack of sales.
"...buyers wanted an economical way to transport growing families as well as a vehicle
that could be customized to carry cargo or clients in a crowded urban setting.
The answer was a flexible MPV.
Toyota and Nissan recognized the need for these vehicles early on..."
By the 1980s, automakers had returned to the notion that buyers wanted an economical way to transport growing families as well as a vehicle that could be customized to carry cargo or clients in a crowded urban setting. The answer was a flexible MPV. Toyota and Nissan recognized the need for these vehicles early on with models such as the Toyota LiteAce and the Nissan Vanette. Both companies have continued to respond to market demand for reliable multipurpose vehicles by building the Toyota Noah and the Nissan Serena.
The Toyota Noah was introduced in 2001 to replace the Toyota LiteAce Noah; thus giving Toyota a passenger dedicated MPV in the Japanese market. The Nissan Serena was introduced in 1991 to replace the Nissan Vanette. Two of the more notable versions of these vehicles are the 2009 Toyota Noah and the 2009 Nissan Serena. The 2009 Toyota Noah is part of the second generation and features many of the comforts and engine upgrades that buyers desire in an MPV. The 2009 Nissan Serena is part of the MkIII C25 third generation, featuring a complete facelift. The MkIII C25 Serena is sold in a limited number of markets with its main focus being in Japan.
Both vehicles offer plenty of room for seven passengers, but can accommodate an eighth if circumstances dictate. Each MPV features sufficient cargo space for a family outing, an extended trip, or to accommodate luggage within the transportation industry. Both the Noah and the Serena offer fuel efficiency that is well in line with other vehicles in the MPV class. Each offers durable engine and transmission options. In addition to durability, both MPVs are at the top of their class in crash testing, owner satisfaction, and have affordable price points. With both vehicles having so many positive features, it can be hard to decide which to buy. The only rational solution is for us to offer you a side-by-side comparison of the two. Providing a run down of every model year would be very time consuming and you would soon lose interest, so we are going to focus on the 2009 Toyota Noah and the 2009 Nissan Serena.
The 2009 Toyota Noah and the 2009 Nissan Serena are well regarded amongst owners and automotive professionals. Either vehicle can easily seat up to eight passengers and a large amount of luggage. Both are comparable in size, offering nearly identical dimensions for wheelbase, width, height, and length. The Noah and the Serena offer front-engine/front-wheel drive or full-time four-wheel drive options along with a standard CVT. The Noah begins to distinguish itself by offering multiple engine options; whereas, the Serena offers a single powerplant but two variations in horsepower and trim level. The Toyota Noah and the Nissan Serena offer class-leading fuel economy, but the Toyota Noah does manage slightly better numbers under highway conditions.
The exteriors of the two MPVs are dramatically different. The Noah features a sharp, box-like front end not often associated with Toyota models. On the other hand, the Nissan Serena features a smooth, more aerodynamic appearance. While neither offers the type of deep luxury you would expect to find in an offering from Mercedes-Benz or BMW, the interior of each is comfortable and well appointed for the price range of the vehicles. Given the number of trim levels available, the interior of each is quite customizable, fitting the needs of a wide variety of potential owners.
The Nissan Serena has two variations but same engine with different trim level Model DBA-C25 has a standard feature and 137 bhp, whereas Model DBA-CC25 Rider High-Performance Specs has 147 bhp and considered as the sportier model.
The standard engine is a 1997cc MR20DE that uses petrol. This is an undersquare (meaning that is has a smaller bore than the length of its stroke) engine with a bore of 84mm and stroke of 90.1mm. This arrangement allows the engine to develop peak torque at a lower speed.
The Toyota Noah; however, offers two engine options:, a 1986cc 3ZR-FE, Dual VVT-i (Dual Valve Timing-intelligent System), undersquare, and a 1986cc 3ZR-FAE Dual VVT-i and Valvematic, undersquare. The Noah was the first vehicle to feature Toyota's Valvematic technology. Valvematic technology continuously adjustments lift volume and timing; thereby improving fuel efficiency with precise control over the fuel/air mixture sans a throttle plate. This is a much simpler approach when compared to Valvetronic and VVEL(Variable Valve Event Lift). The technology allows the 2009 Toyota Noah to achieve up to 13.4 km/l, an outstanding number for its vehicle class!
Pictured clockwise from top left: Drivers Seat, Trunk, Front Seats, Rear Seats
The interior of the 2009 Toyota Noah is well designed, giving a driver-centric feel that one often associates with luxury vehicles. All controls are within easy reach of the driver, removing the need to take your eyes from the road in order to operate any control. The Noah features power seats and windows. Seating is well arranged for easy access to the third row of seating, a definite bonus when transporting children or clients. Units with the Japan model code DBA-ZRR70W feature second-row seating that can swivel to the side for an easy exit. The Noah features single-touch dual sliding side doors, making interior access even more convenient.
The gear shifter is located just to the left of the steering wheel, with the handbrake in easy reach just underneath. Audio controls are located on the steering wheel. The 2009 Noah is equipped with the G-Book telematic system that displays all information that a driver could possible need during a trip. Cargo capacity is further increased by a hidden sub-compartment underneath the rear cargo area.
The interior of the 2009 Nissan Serena is also well designed, with a focus on a more active lifestyle. All controls are in easy reach of the driver, as with the Noah. The Serena can be equipped with the CARWINGS navigation system. The steering wheel features audio controls and a switch to operate the dual sliding rear doors. The gear shifter is a simple unit sitting just to the left of the steering wheel for easy operation. The Serena features a panoramic roof, giving all passengers a fascinating view of the sky at all times. There are two variations but same engine different trim level Model C25 has a standard feature and 137 bhp, whereas Model C25 Rider High-Performance Specs has 147 bhp.
Many of the features mentioned above are similar to those in the interior of the Toyota Noah. Where the Serena begins to distinguish itself is in the versatility of the seats themselves. Each passenger seat can be individually folded to the front or rear, giving owners the flexibility to carry a wide variety of cargo. You can load anything from groceries to a surfboard if you so choose!
Pictured clockwise from top left: Passenger Side Profile, Rear Angle, Rear View, Front View
The exterior of the Toyota Noah is functional, yet interesting. In an age when aerodynamic form dominates, the Noah stands out by featuring a sharp, box-like bonnet, similar to that found in many of the offerings from Toyota's Scion badge. Despite the box-like nose, the Noah is very aerodynamic and features a number of items to reduce air resistance. These effects are most noticeable in the units with Japan model code DBA-ZRR70W. Units with this designation are powered by the 1986cc 3ZR-FE Dual VVTI and are capable of achieving a consistent 13.4 km/l in all trim levels.
In past generations, the Noah body was one color, while the trim was another. The 2009 Toyota Noah is monochromatic, with the body and trim matching. Larger in every way when compared to the Toyota LiteAce Noah that it replaced, the Toyota Noah has the more family oriented appearance many young parents desire.
The exterior of the 2009 Nissan Serena harkens back to earlier generations of MPVs. It has a styling that is faintly reminiscent of many models in the MPV class, choosing to distinguish itself through its interior, rather than exterior. Not a bad choice given that owners spend much more time inside the vehicle than admiring it from the outside. Of particular note is the Nissan Serena with the Highway Star V trim package. These units have the Japan model code DBA-CC25 and feature bi-xenon projector headlamps, fog lamps, and a front spoiler that is color-matched to the body.
Early MPVs suffered from steering and handling issues. Often they felt top heavy and drivers reported feeling as if they MPV might tip in a tight corner or during a high speed turn. The Toyota Noah counters all of those outdated notions by offering a well balanced ride that handles exceptionally under all driving conditions.
The Noah debunks another myth about MPVs by being more than adequately powered. The 1986cc engine featured in the units with model code DBA-ZRR70W produces 143 bhp and 196 N-m of torque. Being an undersquare engine, full torque is available at 4400 rpms. Units with the DBA-ZRR70W designation are front-wheel drive vehicles, allowing them provide a fuel rating of 13.4 km/l. Units with full-time four-wheel drive are still able to achieve 12.6 km/l, in part due to the undersquare engine setup.
The 2009 Nissan Serena is part of the MkIII C25 third generation. Having gone through multiple generational upgrades, the MkIII C25 third generation was the best handling version of the Serena available until the fourth generation hit the market in late 2010. Engine and transmission options are a 1997cc MR20DE and an Xtronic CVT.
The 1997cc engine is more than up to the task of transporting eight passengers by providing 135 bhp and 200 N-m of torque. Full torque is available at just 4400 rpm. The engine/transmission combination allows the 2009 Nissan Serena to achieve up to 13.2 km/l in front-wheel drive units. These units have the Japanese model code DBA-CC25. Units equipped with full-time four-wheel drive are able to consistently provide 12.2 km/l for their owners. In addition to having a very dependable drivetrain, the third generation has a more stable stance. The wheelbase has been increased as have the length and overall width of the Serena. The effect is an MPV that feels more stable and confident in turns and while cornering. The increased measurements also offers additional room within the passenger cabin.
When looking at a 2009 Toyota Noah and a 2009 Nissan Serena side-by-side, the MPVs look quite different, yet offer many of the same amenities to buyers. Both vehicles appeal to a wide demographic within the general public and offer the ability for the transportation and hospitality industries to make use of them as well.
Both models are able to provide superior fuel economy when looking at units with front-wheel drive. Each is built by an automaker that is well known for its dependability and longevity. The Toyota Noah may have a slight edge in this area, given that the dependability of all Toyota models is legendary across the globe; however, this is a highly subjective difference and depends on your personal point of view.
Making a decision as to which to buy is more a matter of personal preference and brand confidence. Another factor is what the main use of the MPV may be. Is it destined to carry groceries and children? Then the additional under-floor storage space in the Toyota Noah may sway you. If your children are young, not yet in many activities, then the extra cargo space is a non-point. While we find the 2009 Toyota Noah and the 2009 Nissan Serena to be near equals and can not recommend one over the other, we do hope that you now have the information that you need to make the most informed purchase possible. Good luck with your new MPV!
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The Hurting: The Glasgow Terror' finds Gus Thoroughgood recovering from injuries received in his adventures in 'Parallel Lines: The Glasgow Supremacy' and wondering whether to continue his career in the Glasgow Police force. Having handed in his resignation, he finds…
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The Hurting: The Glasgow Terror' finds Gus Thoroughgood recovering from injuries received in his adventures in 'Parallel Lines: The Glasgow Supremacy' and wondering whether to continue his career in the Glasgow Police force. Having handed in his resignation, he finds himself rejoining the force under duress on leaving the police convalescence home, Castlebrae. Thoroughgood and Hardie find themselves embroiled in a world of terrorism, shaking the foundations of the city they love. Terrorist attacks in and around Glasgow see the duo return to action, working with MI5 in a race against time to discover the source of these attacks.
The second installment in a planned series of crime novels by R.J. Mitchell following the fortunes of DS Thoroughgood and DC Hardie, ' The Hurting: The Glasgow Terror' is a fast-paced, rollercoaster ride through Glasgow's seedy underworld and that of international terrorism. Drawing experience from his 12 year career as a police officer, R.J. Mitchell provides an accurate portrayal of police procedure while guiding the reader through an intricate plot of lies and subterfuge.
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In the Central Valley region of the Southern Mexican state of Oaxaca archeologists discovered evidence of historic settlements. Aztecs from Tenochtitlan on the volcanic plateau to the North around what today is Mexico City first arrived in this region around 1250 AD establishing military rule in the 15th century until the arrival of the Spanish. After the fall of Tenochtitlan, the Spanish took over Oaxaca which led to the eventual decrease of the Native population and the increase in African slaves. The region was then settled by mostly Spanish immigrants from Europe and the African slaves they brought with them. Oaxaca was considered a department after the Mexican War of Independence, but after the fall of emperor Agustín de Iturbide, it became a state in 1824 with José Murguia as its first governor. During the 19th century, Oaxaca  was split between liberal and conservative factions. The political and military struggles between the factions resulted in wars and intrigues. A series of major disasters occurred in the state from the 1920s to the 1940s. In the 1940s and 1950s, new infrastructure projects were begun. From the 1980s to the present, there has been much development of the tourism industry in the state.

Pre-historic and pre-Hispanic period
Most of what is known about pre-historic Oaxaca comes from archeological work in the Central Valleys region. Evidence of human habitation dating back to about 11,000 years BC has been found in the Guilá Naquitz cave near the town of Mitla. More finds of nomadic peoples date back to about 5000 BC, with some evidence of the beginning of agriculture. By 2000 BC, agriculture had been established in the Central Valleys region of the state, with sedentary villages. The diet developed around this time would remain until the Spanish Conquest, consisting primarily of harvested corn, beans, chocolate, tomatoes, chili peppers, squash and gourds. Meat was generally hunted and included  tepezcuintle, turkey, deer, jabali, armadillo and iguana.

The oldest known major settlements, such as Yanhuitlán and Laguna Zope are located in this area as well.  The latter settlement is known for its small figures called "pretty women" or "baby face." Between 1200 and 900 BC, pottery was being produced in the area as well. This pottery has been linked with similar work done in La Victoria, Guatemala. Other important settlements from the same time period include Tierras Largas, San José Mogote  and Guadalupe, whose ceramics show Olmec influence. The major native linguistic group, Oto-Manguean, can be traced back to at least 4400 BC. By 1500 BC, there were nine branches of this language.

There are historical records from the area dating back as far as the 12th century, but except for the Zapotecs and Mixtecs, there is very few records of the native peoples of the state from the pre-Hispanic era into much of the colonial era. By 500 BC, these valleys were mostly inhabited by the Zapotecs, with the Mixtecs on the eastern side. These two groups would be in near constant conflict until the end of the pre-Hispanic period. Archeological evidence indicates that between  750 and 1521, there may have been population  peaks of as high as 2.5 million.

The Zapotecs were the earliest to gain dominance over the Central Valleys region. The first major dominion was centered in Monte Albán, which flourished from 500 BC until 750 AD. At its height, Monte Albán was home to some 25,000 people and was the capital city of the Zapotec nation. It remained a secondary center of power for the Zapotecs until the Mixtecs overran it in 1325. The site contains a number of notable features including the Danzantes, a set of stone reliefs and the finding of fine quality ceramics.

Starting from 750 AD large urban centers such as Monte Albán fell across the Oaxaca area and smaller dominions grew and evolved until the Spanish Conquest in 1521. Between 700 and 1300, the Mixtec were scattered among various dominions, including those of Achiutla, Tequixtepec-Chazumba, Apoala and Coixtlahuaca. The Zapotecs occupied a large region from Central Valleys region to the Isthmus of Tehuantepec. However, no major city state like Monte Albán arose again, with villages and city-states remaining small, between 1,000 and 3,000 people with a palace, temple, market and residences. In a number of cases, there were Mesoamerican ball courts as well. These and larger centers also functioned as military fortresses in time of invasion. Important Zapotec and Mixtec sites include Yagul, Zaachila, Inguiteria, Yanhuitlan, Tamazulapan, Tejupan, and Teposcolula. During nearly all of this time, these various entities were at war with one another, and faced the threat of Aztec expansion.

While the Zapotec remained dominant in many parts of the Central Valleys and into the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, the Mixtec were pushing into Zapotec territory, taking Monte Albán. In areas they conquered, they became prolific builders, leaving behind numerous and still unexplored sites. However, the conquest of the Central Valleys was never completed with pressure coming from the Aztecs in Tenochtitlan in the 14th and 15th centuries.  The Zapotecs and Mixtecs both allied themselves and fought among themselves as they tried to maintain their lands and valuable trade routes between the high central plains of Mexico and Central America.

The first Aztecs arrived to the Oaxaca area in 1250, but true expansion into the region began in the 15th century.  In 1457, Moctezuma I invaded the Tlaxiaco and Coixtlahuaca areas, gaining control, demanding tribute and establishing military outposts. These were Mixtec lands at first, pushing these people even further into Zapotec territory. Under Axayacatl and Tizoc, the Aztec began to take control of trade routes in the area and part of the Pacific Coast. By this time, the Zapotec were led by Cosijoeza with the government in Zaachila in the latter 15th century. Under Ahuitzotl, the Aztecs temporarily pushed the Zapotecs into Tehuantepec and established a permanent military base at Huaxyacac (Oaxaca city). The Aztecs were stopped only by the Spanish Conquest. These conquests would change most of the place names in parts of Oaxaca to those from the Nahuatl language. In 1486 the Aztecs established a fort on the hill of Huaxyácac (now called El Fortín), overlooking the present city of Oaxaca. This was the major Aztec military base charged with the enforcement of tribute collection and control of trade routes.

However, Aztec rule in Oaxaca would last only a little more than thirty years.

Colonial period

Very soon after the fall of Tenochtitlan (Mexico City), Spaniards arrived in Oaxaca. Moctezuma II had informed Hernán Cortés that the area had gold. In addition, when Zapotec leaders heard about the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire, they sent an offer of an alliance. Several captains and representatives were sent to the area to explore the area, looking for gold, and routes to the Pacific to establish trade routes to Asian spice markets. The most prominent of Cortés' captains to arrive here were Gonzalo de Sandoval, Francisco de Orozco and Pedro de Alvarado. They overcame the main Aztec military stronghold only four months after the fall of Tenochtitlan. Their reports about the area prompted Cortés to seek the title of the Marquis of the Valley of Oaxaca from the Spanish Crown.

The valley Zapotecs, the Mixtecs of the Upper Mixteca, the Mazatecas and the Cuicatecas, for the most part, chose not to fight the newcomers, instead negotiating to keep most of the old hierarchy but with ultimate authority to the Spanish. Resistance to the new order was sporadic and confined to the Pacific coastal plain, the Zapotec Sierra, the Mixe region and the Isthmus of Tehuantepec. The Mixes put up the most resistance to intrusions on their lands. They not only resisted during the first decade or so of Spanish occupation, like other groups, but through the rest of the 16th century.  The last major Mixe rebellion came in 1570, when they burned and looted Zapotec communities and threatened to annihilate the Spanish presidio of Villa Alta. However, this rebellion was put down by the Spanish, in alliance with about 2,000 Mixtecs and Aztecs. From this point, the Mixe people retreated to isolated parts of the Sierra Norte mountain range where they still live today.

The first priest in the territory was Juan Díaz, who accompanied Francisco de Orozco y Tovar and build the first church in what is now the city of Oaxaca. He was followed by Bartolome de Olmade and others who began the superficial conversion of a number of indigenous, including the baptism of Zapotec leader Cosijoeza. In 1528, the Dominicans settled in the city of Oaxaca, forming the Bishopric of Oaxaca in 1535, and began to spread out from there, eventually reaching Tehuantepec and the coast. Other orders followed such as the Jesuits in 1596, the Mercedarians in 1601, and others in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Spanish conquest and the subsequent colonization and systematic exploitation of the region had a devastating effect on the indigenous population. Diseases introduced from Europe and forced labor led to the drastic reduction of the indigenous population and in some areas to its annihilation. It has been estimated that the indigenous population of the region declined from 1.5 million in 1520 to 150,000 in 1650. The reduction in the labor force they could dispose of prompted the Spanish to import African slaves, particularly in the Coastal Areas. The systematic exploitation of indigenous and African populations continued throughout the colonial period. Initially, the Spanish did not change native power structures and allowed nobles to keep their privileges as long as they were loyal to the Spanish crown. However, all indigenous were eventually lumped into the category as the Spanish halted warfare among the city-states and creating the official category of "indio" (Indian).
Settlers arriving from Spain brought with them domestic animals that had never been seen in Oaxaca: horses, cows, goats, sheep, chickens, mules and oxen. New crops such as sugar cane, vanilla and tobacco were introduced.  However, landholding still remained mostly in indigenous hands, in spite of the fact that only nine percent of Oaxaca's terrain is arable. The efforts by Spanish officials and merchants who tried to take indigenous privileges away met resistance. While some of it was violent, the indigenous also resorted to the administrative-judicial system or yield. Violence was reserved for the worst of situations. A local product to reach economic importance in the colonial period was the cochineal insect, used for the making of textile dyes. This product was exported to Europe, especially in the 17th and 18th centuries. The use of this insect faded in the 19th century with the discovery of cheaper dyes.

For much of the colonial period, the state (then an intendencia or province) was relatively isolated with few roads and other forms of communication. Most politics and social issues were strictly on the local level. Despite Spanish domination, the indigenous peoples of Oaxaca maintained much of their culture and identity, more so than most other places in Mexico. Part of this is due to the geography of the land, making many communities isolated.

Independence

By 1810, the city of Oaxaca had 18,000 inhabitants, most of whom were mestizos (of both Indigenous and European descent). During the Mexican War of Independence the government of this area remained loyal to the Spanish Crown. When representatives of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla came to meet with them, they were hanged and their heads were displayed publicly. Some early rebel groups emerged in the state, such as those led by Felipe Tinoco and Catarino Palacios, but these leaders were also eventually executed. After 1812, insurgents began to have some success in the state, especially in the areas around Huajuapan de León, where Valerio Trujano defended the city against royalist forces until José María Morelos y Pavón was able to come in with support to keep the area in rebel hands. After that point, insurgents had greater success in various parts of the state, but the capital remained in royalist hands until the end of the war.

The state was a department after the war ended in 1821, but after the fall of emperor Agustín de Iturbide, it became a state in 1824 with Jose Maria Murguia named as its first governor.

During the 19th century, Oaxaca and the rest of Mexico was split between liberal (federalist) and conservative (centralist) factions. The political and military struggles between the factions resulted in wars and intrigues. Vicente Guerrero, a liberal, was executed by firing squad in Cuilapam in 1831. Liberal Manuel Gomez Pedraza became governor in 1832 but was opposed by General Estaban Moctezuma. He and commandant Luis Quintanar persecuted liberals in the state, including Benito Juárez. The constant warfare had a negative effect on the state's economy and those in the Tehuantepec area supported a separatist movement which was partially successful in the 1850s.

Two Oaxacans, Benito Juarez and Porfirio Díaz became prominent players in the Reform War. It is difficult to overstate Juárez's meaning to the state. He was born on March 21, 1806 in the village of San Pablo Guelatao and was full blooded Zapotec. He began his career studying to be a priest then a lawyer.  In 1847, Juarez became governor of Oaxaca, but still faced stern opposition from conservatives such as Lope San Germán. With the success of the Plan de Ayutla, Juarez became governor again, and worked to remove privileges and properties from the Church and landed classes. The Constitution of 1857, was ratified in Oaxaca city, and Juarez left the governor's position to become President of Mexico. He was president during one of Mexico's most turbulent times, fighting invading French forces and conservatives. As a liberal, he imposed many of the reforms which remain today including those in education and separation of church and state. He is also considered to be a legend and a symbol for the indigenous population of the state.

Porfirio Díaz was Juárez's ally through the French Intervention. French imperial forces took Oaxaca city, which was defended by Porfirio Díaz, landing the latter in prison. The capital was later recaptured by the liberals under Carlos Oronoz. However, soon after Juarez took back the presidency, Porfirio Díaz declared rebellion against him from Oaxaca in 1872 under the Plan de Tuxtepec. Juárez died in office. Díaz became president until the Mexican Revolution.

Late 19th century to present
During Díaz's rule, called the Porfiriato, a number of modernization efforts were undertaken in the state such as public lighting, first with gas then with electricity, railroad lines, new agriculture techniques and the revitalization of commerce. However, most of the benefits of these advances went to national and international corporations and workers and indigenous farmers organized against the regime.

After the Mexican Revolution broke out, Díaz was soon ousted and the rest of the war was among the various factions that had power in different parts of the country. Various leaders such as Francisco I. Madero, Victoriano Huerta and Venustiano Carranza came to the state during this time. However the most important force in the area was the Liberation Army of the South under Emiliano Zapata. This army fought against the previous leaders, especially Venustiano Carranza, and held various portions of the state until 1920. At the end of the Revolution, a new state constitution was written and accepted in 1922.

A series of major disasters occurred in the state from the 1920s to the 1940s. In 1928, a series of earthquakes destroyed many of the buildings in the capital. A much larger earthquake in 1931 was the largest in the state's history, devastating a number of cities along the coast. The 1930s brought the Great Depression, which along with the disasters, prompted wide-scale migration to Mexico City. In 1944, torrential rains caused massive flooding in the Tuxtepec region, causing hundreds of deaths. Oaxaca suffered more large earthquakes in 1980, 1999, 2017, and 2020, as well as one in 2018, which caused a deadly helicopter crash.

In the 1940s and 1950s, new infrastructure projects were begun. These included the Izúcar-Tehuantepec section of the Panamerican Highway and the construction of the Miguel Alemán Dam. From the 1980s to the present, there has been much development of the tourism industry in the state. This tourism, and the population growth of the capital, prompted the construction of the Oaxaca-Mexico City highway in 1994. Development of tourism has been strongest in the Central Valleys area surrounding the capital, with secondary developments in Huatulco and other locations along the coast. This development was threatened by the violence associated with the 2006 uprising, which severely curtailed the number of incoming tourists for several years.
On February 12, 2008, a 6.4 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Oaxaca.

From the Mexican Revolution until the 2000s, the ruling Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) party held control of almost all of Oaxacan politics from the local to the state level. Challenges to the rule were sporadic and included the student movements of the 1970s, which brought down the state government. Teachers' strikes had been frequent since then, culminating in the 2006 popular mobilization by a broad spectrum of civil society actors, which included union activists, indigenous organizations, as well as organized women and youths who constituted the Popular Assembly of the Peoples of Oaxaca (APPO). Between May and November 2006 the APPO-activists mobilized the local population in local councils, soup kitchens and barricades organizing demonstrations with the participation of more than a hundred thousand protesting against the marginalization of the poor and calling for the ousting of PRI-governor Ulises Ruiz Ortiz. With the aid of the Calderón government in Mexico City who sent in thousands of Federal police, the blockade of the city was eventually ended by force and resulted in dozens of deaths and an even higher number of "disappeared" activists. The PRI lost its hold on the state government in 2010.

References

Further reading
 Chance, John K. Race and Class in Colonial Oaxaca. Stanford: Stanford University Press 1978.
 Taylor, William B., Landlord and Peasant in Colonial Oaxaca. Stanford: Stanford University Press 1972.
 Terraciano, Kevin. The Mixtecs of Colonial Oaxaca: Ñudzahui History, Sixteenth through Eighteenth Centuries. Stanford: Stanford University Press.

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Sancaktepe Belediyespor is een in 2008 opgerichte Turkse voetbalclub uit het Anatolische gedeelte van Istanbul, gelegen in het Sancaktepe district.

Geschiedenis
Aan het eind van het seizoen 2009-2010 promoveerde de club voor het eerst naar de Spor Toto 3. Lig waarmee het mocht uitkomen in de Turkse professionele competities. Het team eindigde in het seizoen 2016-17 als kampioen in groep I van de Spor Toto 3. Lig, waardoor promotie naar de Spor Toto 2. Lig werd afgedwongen.

Stadion
Het stadion van de ploeg heette initieel het Hakan Şükür Stadion. Vanaf april 2014 werd het Sancaktepe Şehir Stadion genoemd, om als laatst de naam 15 Temmuz Stadion over te nemen (een verwijzing naar de staatsgreep in Turkije (2016)).

Competitie resultaten
 Spor Toto 2. Lig
2017-
 Spor Toto 3. Lig
2010-2017
Amateurs: 2008-2010

Erelijst
 Spor Toto 3. Lig
Kampioen (1) : 2016-2017

Externe links
Officiële site

Turkse voetbalclub
Sportclub in Istanboel


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Videos of rocking Halloween house go viral
Posted Oct 29, 2011	by Chris Hogg
You may have seen them being shared by Facebook friends. Perhaps you saw them being tweeted. Or maybe you stumbled upon them through an email. If you've seen these Halloween house videos, you're among millions who have reveled in a viral craze.
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Two videos featuring coordinated Halloween lighting and music have gone viral on YouTube this week, putting them into the Top 10 charts around the world.
The two videos uploaded by YouTube user KJ92508 have attracted nearly 8 million views since being uploaded on Oct. 21 and Oct. 22.
The first video titled "Halloween Light Show 2011 - Party Rock Anthem" features an intricate light show set to "Party Rock Anthem" by LMFAO.
The second video is called "Halloween Light Show 2011 - This is Halloween." This video features the same house but lighting is set to the song "This is Halloween" from the Tim Burton movie Nightmare Before Christmas.
As of Oct. 28, the video set to "Party Rock Anthem" was the most shared video in the United States and one of the top 10 most shared videos in the UK and Australia, reports Relaxnews.


The AUTOEXEC.NT file may be missing or may have been corrupted, due to a variety of reasons.
One common cause of this error is during the installation of Windows XP Service Pack 2, which may delete the AUTOEXEC.NT file. As a result, when trying to run certain applications which make use of 16-bit technology an error message like the one above may be displayed. The error message can be misleading, because it is displayed even if the AUTOEXEC.NT file is not actually missing.
This error may also be the result of corruption of the AUTOEXEC.NT file, in which case the following procedure may be helpful in restoring a valid file. If the corruption is due to hardware failure, try de-fragmenting your hard drive and/or scanning it for errors.
The "AUTOEXEC.NT" file being deleted has also been related to virus programs. You may want to virus-check your system.
Browse to %windir%/repair/ (this is usually C:\WINDOWS\repair).
Copy the AUTOEXEC.NT file, and browse to %windir%/system32/ (usually C:WINDOWS\System32).
Paste the copy of AUTOEXEC.NT.


Classical signal processing focuses on extracting frequency characteristics of time or spatial-domain data. For example, Fourier transform can be defined as the inner product of the signal and eigenfunctions of the one-dimensional Laplacian operator. Graph signal is defined as discrete signal located on vertices of a graph. Analogous to classical signal processing, graph Fourier transform is defined as the inner product of the graph signal and eigenfunctions of graph Laplacian matrix. In this paper, we describe fundamentals and recent advances of graph signal processing, which include; graph Fourier/wavelet transforms, filtering/sampling of graph signal, theoretical progress, and applications of graph signal processing.


SuiteCRM has become one of the most successful open source CRM software in the market. Many companies are trying to migrate from the other CRMs to SuiteCRM. Transferring the data from one CRM to another is not an easy task to handle. However, at CRM Experts NY, we try and make the process as easy as possible for our customers. The method of data migration may differ from CRM to CRM.
Advent of SuiteCRM in the market and subsequently it getting adopted by larger enterprises across the globe had further ramifications for CTOs.
The question to ponder was whether you should move from Salesforce.com to SuiteCRM and whether it meant functionality loss versus what is present in Salesforce.com.
Step 1 | Should you think of migrating?
SuiteCRM offers multiple advantages with primary being flexibility. It definitely makes sense to consider migrating from Salesforce.com to SuiteCRM. It offers tremendous cost savings, similar functionality and a thriving ecosystem of developers and partner. Many SuiteCRM Plugins are available in the various CRM marketplaces and can make your life easier.
However we strongly suggest considering the following finer points before you take the exercise further.
What are the major pain points my CRM users have with Salesforce.com?
What are the key features which they like?
How customized is my Salesforce.com instance?
When is the next Salesforce.com license renewal due?
What is my total Salesforce.com User base?
How many other systems does my Salesforce.com connect to?
The below sections would further explain why these data points are required.
A highly customized or integrated Salesforce.com instance means that you would have to proportionate effort in customizing or integrating SuiteCRM as well. This further means that you will have higher implementation cost. Relax, SuiteCRM consultants would not charge you as much as their Salesforce.com counterparts would. However recall how much you spent on Salesforce.com implementation (leaving aside license costs).
Roughly 60% of this amount is what you would spend in SuiteCRM implementation. Thus if the expenses were $10,000 then SuiteCRM implementation would approximately cost you $6,000.
If your CRM users feel that they are not happy due to certain feature not being available, you can plan to resolve the same when you are implementing SuiteCRM to drive user adoption. Also ensure that the features which they want are also already available.
Salesforce.com per user per month license fees vary based on various add ons you have enable, SugarCRM comes at more or less transparent and rigid pricing structure. We find that usually SugarCRM professional edition suffices for most of the organizations.
Thus savings are calculated based on what you spend using Salesforce.com Versus SugarCRM.
If you are having a user based on 20 users, and Salesforce.com licenses are costing $ 125 a month per user then you are shelling out $ 2,500 per month as of now. The scenario would be for SugarCRM you would be paying USD (36 X 20) that is $ 720 a month. In this case you can see that your entire returns are realized within 10 months of implementation and hence it makes a strong business case for migration.
The numbers change based on underlying parameter values and you can judge how it works out in your individual case.
If you find that it makes sense for you to migrate to SuiteCRM, you should plan your move a bit early. This is because by the time your Salesforce.com licenses are due to renewal, you should not only have your SuiteCRM ready but you should have already used it for a while to ensure a smooth transition. Please alot at least 3 months for migration, testing & possible additional customization. Not only will this give you some extra time but will also ensure that all your data is smoothly transitioned and there are no risks associated with migration.
Migration to SuiteCRM should be evaluated and if it makes a strong business case for you (for example you have a large user base) then you should plan optimally to ensure the success of your CRM migration mitigating potential risks and ensure completeness of migration.
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Responding to Jonas
The Greater New York Headquarters "Put to the Test"
By Stan Frank, American Red Cross
When the National Weather Service predicts a serious blizzard, the Red Cross mobilizes for wind damage, loss of power, flooding, home fires and the possibility of a large number of displaced residents.
Here's a snapshot of how the Greater New York Region prepared in advance of Winter Storm Jonas and managed the effects of this historic weather event. (Thank you to Ronnie Rigos, Joe Spaccarelli, Liz Barker and Jessica Kirk for the photos.)
The Red Cross Emergency Operations Center was activated.
Red Cross volunteers and employees met continually to discuss plans and strategy.
Emergency relief supplies, including comfort kits, flood supplies
and blankets were mobilized for distribution.
Red Cross vehicles with plows were prepared for snow
removal in and around Red Cross locations.
Volunteer responder Tashi Penjor and his Red Cross colleagues helped displaced residents on Saturday morning at a multiple-alarm fire in Queens in the middle of the blizzard.
The massive 4-alarm fire on 9th Ave. displaced several families
who were comforted by the Red Cross.
Following 4-alarm fire on 9th Ave., a Red Cross Emergency Response
\Vehicle was dispatched to assist affected residents and first responders.
Long Island Red Cross Board Member and Public Affairs volunteer Craig Cooper shared
vital preparedness and safety information with the media.
In between fires and other incidents, Red Cross volunteers helped
dig out fire hydrants buried under the snow near the Hell's Kitchen HQ.
In Case You Missed It - Jan 25
Red Cross Volunteer Tashi P. responding to disasters during the Blizzard of 2016.
Over the last 7 days, the Greater New York Red Cross provided emergency assistance to 101 adults and 28 children following 39 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities (see below).
On Sunday, while New Yorkers were digging themselves out from the snow, the Red Cross responded to a 4-alarm fire not too far from our Manhattan office in Hell's Kitchen and provided support and emergency assistance to residents who were forced to evacuate from their homes.
The heavy snowfall didn't stop our volunteers, like Tashi P., from helping others after local disasters, like the multiple-alarm fire on 175th street.
Speaking of snow, the Blizzard of 2016 (AKA Jonas) brought record snowfall, but the Red Cross was on standby and prepared as was reported by Currents NY.
Communications Officer Abigail Adams spoke with the Greenwich Sentinel and provided tips on preparing for the winter storm.
Just prior to the mega storm, we posted 9 Tips to Keep Your Pets Warm and Safe This Winter on our blog.
In a video message to staff and volunteers, Greater New York Red Cross CEO, Josh Lockwood answers the question: "What is your most memorable snow day?"
Jan 27, 29: Red Cross blood drive; 1 to 7pm; 520 West 49th Street, Manhattan. Schedule an appointment to donate today.
Jan 30: ABC7's Bill Ritter will be hosting the station's annual Operation 7 Save-a-Life campaign program at 7pm. Tune in to see the Red Cross Home Fire Preparedness Campaign featured.
Feb 6: The #GetAlarmedNYC campaign to help save lives by installing free smoke alarms in the community will make its way to West Brighton, Port Richmond and Randall Manor (Staten Island) next month. Volunteer or sign up for a free smoke alarm installation at www.redcross.org/GetAlarmedNYC.
The Emergency Communications Center
The Red Cross Information and Response HUB
Every day the Greater NY Red Cross Emergency Communications Center (ECC) located on the second floor in an unassuming 4-story building on West 49th Street, a few blocks from midtown Manhattan, performs some of the most important functions needed to shelter, feed and provide emotional support to victims of disasters.
Via state-of-the-art communication systems, ECC reps monitor 24/7, 365 days a year.
The ECC serves the Greater New York Region, an area with a population in excess of 12.9 million residents. In addition to the eight million people in New York City's five boroughs, the Center serves the Metro New York North area (1.8 million people) in Greenwich Conn., West Point, Orange, Putnam and Westchester Counties; and serves 2.8 million people in Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island. The Center also responds to calls for assistance from more than two dozen cities and towns in the Eastern New York State Region with an additional population of 2.5 million residents.
Chris Mercado, a ten-year veteran of the Red Cross, manages the ECC.
"The Center is the source of all information and the starting point for all response activity for the Red Cross in Greater New York," he says.
Chris Mercado, a 10-year Red Cross veteran, manages the ECC.
Chris staffs the Center with highly-trained and dedicated employees and volunteers. ECC representatives maintain 8-hour shifts around the clock at the Center.
The Center is outfitted with the latest, state-of-the-art audiovisual and IT systems and helps coordinate the Red Cross response in Greater NY to 7 to 10 disasters every day, including home fires, floods, water main breaks, building collapses, severe weather events and other emergencies. On 9/11, the Center (at the time located in their previous HQ near Lincoln Center) was among the first to send responders to the terrorist attack at the World Trade Center. The ECC has back-up communication systems. If electrical power is lost, a self-sustaining power generator can maintain power for 48 hours. The Center can also activate satellite phones if necessary; and if cellular power is lost, the Center has its own FCC-licensed ham radio station to communicate with field operations.
In large-scale emergencies, the Ham Radio Station
can communicate with field operations.
One or two ECC representatives are on duty at all times, surrounded by an array of TV screens, computer monitors, telephones and fire scanners. The TV screens are always tuned in to local and national news stations to monitor for breaking news. One computer is used for incoming and outgoing Breaking News Network email messages; other computers are used by the reps on duty to draft detailed reports on every reported incident. The reports are sent 24/7 to senior Red Cross staff and include the current status of all incidents (e.g. the number of buildings and families affected), the current actions being taken by Red Cross staff (e.g. sheltering activities, plans for feeding and housing displaced people) and future Red Cross actions planned (e.g. future casework plans and longer-term feeding/sheltering plans).
The emergency scanners are small desk-top devices which link directly to the FDNY. If a fire occurs anywhere in the five boroughs, the reps on duty actually hear the Fire Department dispatcher report it to the local fire department and the Red Cross responders deploy accordingly. If the incident is a minor one such as a minor kitchen fire, the reps will wait for more information from the responding fire department team on the scene. If it is a more serious incident or if the Fire Department calls the ECC directly for assistance, the reps spring into action.
First, the ECC rep notifies the Disaster Relief teams located on the 2nd floor staging area to deploy to the emergency. Each team consists of one to three trained volunteers on call 24/7. They immediately procure the appropriate Red Cross vehicle or vehicles located in the basement garage and drive to the scene of the emergency.
Tiara Youmans, Red Cross Response Manager, with volunteer responders
(Phil Cogan, Jason Lee, Odelia Lee and Ashley Barrueco) ready to respond to emergency calls.
The type of vehicle selected will depend on the nature of the emergency. Small vans are equipped with comfort kits, clean-up kits, personal hygiene kits, blankets, clothing, snacks and water. For more serious emergencies such as multiple-alarm fires or large-scale flooding, the Disaster Relief teams will use larger vehicles such as ERVs (Emergency Response Vehicles) which are outfitted with larger quantities of emergency supplies as well as emergency generators. The ERVs are equipped not only to assist disaster victims but also first responders who often remain on site for extended periods of time. If needed, a highly-sophisticated Red Cross Field Communications Vehicle is sent out to assist operations and maintain communications with emergency personnel.
ERVs and other Red Cross emergency vehicles are at the ready at all times.
Red Cross vehicles are stocked with a variety of relief supplies.
In all cases, the ECC representative coordinates the activities of the Disaster Relief teams and keeps Red Cross leadership aware of the field activities as they develop. In many instances, the heads of Logistics, Mass Care, Health, Mental Health, Staffing and Operations Management will go to the scene of the emergency to assist with relief operations.
Kerenine LeVeque and Emma Tomias-Soto on duty in the ECC.
In addition to monitoring and responding to emergency calls, the ECC reps are also kept busy with calls for information or assistance from numerous NYC agencies such as the NYC Office of Emergency Management (OEM), the NYC Housing Preservation and Development Department (HPD), the New York Department of Buildings (DOB) and other NYC agencies and community partners seeking Red Cross assistance. Approximately 100 other non-emergency calls are received daily from the general public for information or help on everything from blood donations, to sheltering questions, to transportation questions. In the event of high call volume, additional volunteers are brought in to staff the ECC.
Asked what she likes most about her job as an Emergency Communications Rep, Karenine LeVeque, who joined the Red Cross after being motivated by the Red Cross' work in Haiti during and after the devastating earthquake there in 2010, said:
"To me, there is nothing more fulfilling than helping someone in need when they have gone through a disaster and lost all hope. As an ECC rep, I feel fulfilled every day knowing I have helped someone in trouble and brought a ray of hope into their lives."
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For MLK Jr. Day, the Red Cross and HOPE Worldwide returned to Harlem to install smoke alarms.
(Photo: Lori-Ann Pizzarelli)
Over the weekend, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Red Cross and HOPE Worldwide partnered to install over 300 free smoke alarms in Harlem (many of which were follow up appointments from the previous week).
On Friday, with support from the Village of Freeport (Long Island), more than 120 free smoke alarms were also installed out in Freeport. The Long Island Red Cross and National Grid's Power to Serve Employee Volunteers worked together to make homes safer, one smoke alarm at a time.
The Greater New York Red Cross also had the opportunity to close out the NYSE Stock Exchange in honor of National Blood Donor month.
Continuing our #MyRedCrossLife Instagram series, volunteer Ashley DeLuca shared how volunteering for the Red Cross made her days more meaningful and productive.
On Thursday, we wrote a blog post highlighting a busy day for the Red Cross that saw us provide assistance following 13 local disasters.
On Wednesday, we published an interview on our blog with a young mother of two from Long Island who recalled the help she received from Red Cross volunteers after a fire left her and her family homeless, days before Christmas.
Jan 23: The Red Cross "Restoring Family Links" program and many other city agencies will be on hand at the Family Resource Day taking place at P.S. 24, 427 38th St, Brooklyn, N.Y. from 9am to 1pm, to provide many services for immigrant families.
Jan 24: ABC7's Bill Ritter will be hosting the station's annual Operation 7 Save-a-Life campaign program at 7:30 pm. Tune in to see the Red Cross Home Fire Preparedness Campaign featured..
Feb 6: The #GetAlarmedNYC campaign to help save lives by installing free smoke alarms in the community will make its way to West Brighton, Staten Island next month. Volunteer or sign up for a free smoke alarm installation at www.redcross.org/GetAlarmedNYC.
January is busy for Red Cross Volunteers
As we ring in the New Year, "fire season" is well under way in the American Red Cross Greater New York region. As the cold weather kicks in our amazing Red Cross volunteers get busier and busier.
Here is a quick snap shot of our volunteers in action on January 14th when we responded to thirteen emergencies helping more than 70 people. This included a large house fire in Long Beach, Long Island and a fire in a 5 story building on the Grand Concourse in the Bronx.
Our amazing volunteers stayed late into the night making sure these families had a warm place to stay, and the comfort and care they need to begin their road to recovery.
Stay warm everybody and if you see a Red Cross volunteer today please thank them for everything they do to help New Yorkers on these long cold January nights.
Days Before Christmas, Volunteers Offer Comfort in Freeport
By Amanda Rothenberg, American Red Cross Intern
What should have been an average day turned into heartache for Deyanissa Bonifacio, a young mother of two, when she watched her home burn through a cloud of smoke. It was only two days before Christmas when a devastating fire in Freeport, N.Y destroyed her home. Red Cross volunteer Bruce Vesloski and his team of responders rushed to the scene, covered Deyanissa with blankets and warm clothing and comforted her during her time of need. A week later, we sat down with Deyanissa to discuss her experience on that fateful day.
The Bonifacio home in Freeport after the fire
Can you walk us through what happened the day of the fire?
It was in the morning. I basically did what I do every day, just woke up. I went to take a shower. When I went in the shower I felt like it smelled a weird smell. I got out of the shower, I go into the room and the room was already on fire. I had to run outside in a towel. I was screaming for help and these two girls stopped and gave me some clothes that they had in their car. Then the Red Cross came.
How was the Red Cross able to help you?
They gave me some basics: underwear, socks, stuff like that, sweaters and jackets. Whatever they could help me with. They gave me a gift card. I stayed at the hotel they provided me for three days. They helped me out, made it a little bit easier, because Christmas was coming. And on top of that, the communication between me and Bruce, even though that already happened… I still communicate with him, I still call him.
How are your daughters?
My daughter goes to school right across the street from the house so she saw what happened; she just didn't know it was our house. But with everything that happened, they're not really, as you would say, there. I understand, it's a lot, everything at once, in the blink of an eye.
What did it mean to you to know that there were people there to help you?
That was really nice. It makes you feel like there are other people who care out there, that they don't have to be blood or anything. The Red Cross was really helpful; they help you from the heart. It's not only at that time; maybe you need an answer, you can call them. They helped me. They help a lot of people… I just want to thank you guys for everything. It's not like you're by yourself in the world. There are people who care. There are people who can give you a hand when you most need it, when you fall down and you have to get up.
Red Cross volunteers providing support to first responders and residents in
Mt. Vernon after a fire. (Photo: Caroline Sherwin)
Josh Lockwood, #RedCross CEO stopped by #Harlem #GetAlarmedNYC install day to thanks our great and dedicated volunteers! Join our team and come help us save lives. Visit www.redcross.org/getalarmednyc today!
Posted by American Red Cross in Greater New York on Saturday, January 9, 2016
On Sunday, Metro New York North Red Crossers opened a reception center and provided comfort, emergency housing and financial aid to four families with children following a fire in Mount Vernon.
Last Saturday, Red Cross staff and volunteers continued the #GetAlarmedNYC campaign to install free smoke alarms in the community. Volunteers fanned across Harlem and installed hundreds of smoke alarms to help make the neighborhood safer.
On Friday, the Long Island Red Cross responded to 3-alarm fire in West Hempstead. Transportation, emergency housing and financial aid were provided to the 23 adults and 17 children that were assisted.
Last Thursday, we blogged about Elsie Rodriguez and her elderly mother, who turned to us for help after an apartment fire in their Williamsburg (Brooklyn) home left them homeless.
Continuing our #MyRedCrossLife Instagram series, dedicated volunteer Phil Cogan offered a bit of advice on how to maximize one's volunteer experience.
Last week, we also met with Assembly Member Ron Kim to discuss services to the district. The Assembly Member expressed his gratitude for the Red Cross response to several recent fires and for continuing to be ready when the need arises.
In the middle of the week, Red Cross volunteer Stan Frank blogged about the progress made by our #GetAlarmedNYC team so far and gives us a peak at what's in store for 2016.
Earlier in the week, the Greater New York Red Cross web site published a story that reflected on the busy holiday season of disasters and what it means for our volunteers to sacrifice during this festive time to help others in need.
Win a Deluxe Emergency Preparedness Kit by taking the online emergency preparedness training. You'll be automatically entered to win. This contest is open to residents of New York City, Long Island, Orange, Sullivan, Rockland, Putnam and Westchester Counties. Four winners will be chosen each month (notified via email).
Jan 13, 19: Join the #GetAlarmedNYC campaign to help save lives by attending a Home Fire Safety Academy training on Jan 13 and 19. Red Cross Volunteers can sign up here and new comers will need to sign up here first.
Jan 15: The town of Freeport and employees of National Grid will be partnering with the Red Cross to install free smoke alarms in the community.
Jan 24: ABC 7's Bill Ritter will be hosting the local news channel's annual Operation 7 Save-a-Life campaign program at 7:30 pm. Tune in and check out the Red Cross participation in the special.
Finding Care and Love After Disaster
On November 30, Brooklyn resident Elsie Rodriguez was beginning her workday when she received a frantic call from her elderly mother. The apartment they lived in together was on fire. Rodriguez immediately rushed home.
When she arrived on scene, she found her mother visibly shaken but unharmed. The building's residents had gathered at a school across the street where the Red Cross was offering assistance. Preferring to stay with family, Rodriguez and her mother declined their offer of emergency housing and stayed with her sister in Queens.
As for the state of their apartment, their home for the past 40 years, the damage was considerable.
"Nearly everything was destroyed." Rodriguez recalled.
The next few days would be challenging. Trips to salvage belongings from the apartment and the stress over their uncertain living situation compounded their anxiety. That's when they were reminded to follow up with the Red Cross.
On her mother's 80th birthday, a week after the fire, they made the trip to the local Red Cross in Hell's Kitchen and met with their caseworker Lilliam Rivera-Cruz.
With tremendous compassion and reassurance, Lilliam gave them referrals to a local city agency for housing along with clear instructions on what to do next. She also provided them with a debit card to buy food, clothes and other personal items.
Another item they received was a teddy bear; this was meant as a special gesture for Rodriguez's mother on her birthday. It was this gift that brought a smile to their faces for the first time since the fire.
Seeing her mother clutch the bear, Rodriguez remarked, "Lilliam, is like a family member. The way she conducts herself with caring and love; it really touches us. When she came to my mom, her heart just poured into us, and that's what you need in a time like this."
That small teddy bear meant more to the two women than Lilliam could have imagined; it served as a reminder that they were not alone.
Before leaving the Red Cross, Rodriguez spoke of the impact of loosing everything to a fire, "You feel hopeless you don't know what to do. But today there's hope."
#GetAlarmedNYC: Looking Back and Moving Forward
By Stan Frank, American Red Cross Greater NY Region
Last year, the American Red Cross in Greater New York joined with the FDNY, Mayor de Blasio, Speaker Viverito and New York City Council Members to launch the #GetAlarmedNYC Campaign, the most ambitious smoke detector campaign in the country. The campaign has a goal of installing up to 100,000 smoke alarms across New York City. The reason is simple: Smoke Alarms Save Lives!
#GetAlarmedNYC, which will run for two years, targets communities with a history of fires or fire deaths in the five boroughs of New York.
Since the campaign launched in the second half of 2015, Red Cross volunteers have installed thousands of free smoke alarms in all five boroughs. The majority of these lifesaving devices were installed during large-scale community events in Bushwick, Brooklyn on October 24; in the Highbridge section of the Bronx on November 14; and in Jackson Heights, Queens on December 5. Red Cross volunteers are scheduled to visit Harlem on January 9 and West Brighton, Staten Island on February 6.
For this campaign, Kidde has donated the state-of-the-art combination smoke/carbon monoxide alarms with built-in sealed batteries that will last for 10 years. Funds for the program are being provided by the City Council, the FDNY Foundation and Red Cross donors.
The key to success in this campaign is the hard work that the trained and dedicated Red Cross volunteers do. They are the ones installing the alarms in homes and apartments and providing important fire education training and educational materials to residents.
A Red Cross volunteer reviewing home fire
escape plans with a Queens family
On a large-scale installation day, 20 or more teams of 2 or 3 Red Cross volunteers each fan out across a neighborhood. The teams first visit the residences that previously requested an installation. Appointments can be requested by calling 311, 877-RED CROSS or visiting our website, www.redcross.org/GetAlarmedNYC. When a Red Cross volunteer arrives at a home, he or she assesses fire risks in the house or apartment, tests existing alarms, replaces batteries if necessary and installs new Kidde alarms as needed. In a small apartment, one or two alarms are usually adequate; in larger homes, more alarms may be required. Once the installations are complete, the volunteers distribute fire safety materials and assist residents in completing home fire escape plans.
While some teams are completing installations, other teams canvas the neighborhood and follow up on leads provided by residents. Usually, once a resident sees how simple and effective installations are, word spreads quickly in the neighborhood and other neighbors and friends request installations. In addition, the Red Cross often works with local groups, churches, elected officials, community leaders, building superintendents and property owner associations to generate leads.
The importance of alarm installations cannot be overstated. In 2014, 68 people died in fires across the five boroughs of New York. Many more were severely injured. The FDNY's Bureau of Fire Investigations has determined that "up to 70 percent of fire deaths in recent years have occurred in residences where there was no working smoke alarm…either with no alarm present, or missing or dead batteries in a device."
In short, every fire alarm installed is a potential life saving device!
Help us save lives by volunteering for the #GetAlarmedNYC campaign in your community.
Harlem (Manhattan): Saturday, January 9, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
West Brighton (Staten Island): Saturday, February 6, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bed-Sty (Brooklyn): Saturday, March 5, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Port Richmond (Staten Island): Saturday, March 19, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
St. Albans (Queens): Saturday, April 16, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Melrose (Bronx): Saturday, April 30, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Washington Heights (Manhattan): Saturday, May 14, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Remember, residents can also sign up to have a smoke alarm installed at any time by calling 1-877-REDCROSS (Option *) or by visiting www.redcross.org/#GetAlarmedNYC
In Case You Missed It - Jan 4
Red Cross staff and volunteers in Times Square before New Year's celebration providing support to thousands of police, fire and emergency responders with coffee, hot chocolate, tea, snacks and smiles. (Photo: Vivian Moy)
On Sunday, the Red Cross assisted one family with emergency housing and funds after a deadly fire in the Bronx.
Also on Saturday, the Red Cross volunteers helped eight families in Newburgh, N.Y. after a fire destroyed their homes.
Last Thursday, we closed out the year by sharing our photos of the year collection in two parts: January to June and July to December.
Need help coming up with some worthwhile New Year's resolutions? Our volunteer Rachel Coleman has you covered with this blog post on becoming a superhero.
We also recently published a Q&A on our blog with Jackson Heights residents Sangeeta Roy and Alexander Gonzales, who recently had free smoke alarms installed in their homes by the Red Cross.
The staff and volunteers of the Greater New York Red Cross wished everyone a "happy holidays" (to the song of the year, "Uptown Funk" by Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars).
Right before Christmas, we shared the latest photo and story of our #MyRedCrossLife Instagram series on dedicated volunteer Patty Jones.
We also took a look back on a very busy year here at the Greater New York Red Cross. Thanks to all who have allowed us to help so many in 2015!
Continuing on our look back at the year that was, in late December we shared our most viewed blog posts of 2015.
Jan 4, 6, 8, 9: Red Cross blood drives; 1 to 7pm; 520 West 49th Street, Manhattan. Schedule an appointment to donate today.
Jan 5: The #GetAlarmedNYC program is holding its Home Fire Safety Academy Technician Training.
Jan. 9: #GetAlarmedNYC comes to Harlem to install free smoke alarms in the community. Schedule an installation appointment here. The campaign also needs volunteers to support this event. Sign up for a Home Fire Campaign shift today (link for Red Cross Volunteers).
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Soothing sour cream harmonizes with zesty horseradish for a cheeseburger you won't soon forget!
2. Season Organic Prairie Ground Beef with sea salt and black pepper. Form into patties and grill on one side, flip, and add sliced cheddar. Grill to perfection.
4. Top with the sour cream horseradish sauce, tomato slices, and fresh leaf lettuce.
For a low carb alternative, try serving burger on a heap of seasonal greens and edible flowers!


The New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA) has appointed Fred Hutchings as president at a time when the institute prepares for the merger with the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (ICAA).
In November 2013, members of both the ICAA and the NZICA voted in favour of a merger which will turn the two professional bodies into a single Trans-Tasman institute.
The merger is expected to be completed by April this year after the necessary changes to the NZICA Act and Royal Charter in Australia are made.
Following the establishment of the new professional body Hutchings will then move into the role of vice-president of the merged institute.
Hutchings was a partner with PwC for 27 and has held different roles within the NZICA executive board, council and committees.
NZICA has also appointed Kevin Murphy as vice-president. He is chief executive at New Zealander bank TSB Bank.


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Opportunities for Pop Culture Tourism in Mayo
In this series of blogs, we will tell you more about the OUTPACE project from a North West of Ireland perspective. In this post we are taking a look at two of the pop culture opportunities in Mayo.
The Quiet Man
The Quiet Man put the small village of Cong in Co. Mayo on the map and took Ireland to the big screens worldwide. Starring John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara, The Quiet Man was released in 1952 and single handedly turned Cong into one of Ireland's major tourist destinations. The village know has a Quiet Man statue, you can have tea in The Quiet Man Café, and you can stay in one of the many hotels named after film locations. Or if the budget fits, the majestic Ashford Castle which is also in Cong Village.
Even as recently as 2019 the railway station used in the film was re-opened due to actor Liam Neeson and a crowd funding project:
https://www.irishcentral.com/travel/best-of-ireland/quiet-man-railway-station-reopens
Cong is also known as the West of Ireland's answer to Disneyland: https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/movies/the-quiet-man-changed-cong-forever-26671775.html
The Quiet Man Museum is in the centre of Cong Village and open from April to October each year. The Quiet Man Museum is the hub for fans of the movie. Located in a replica of White O Morn cottage and offering many different services including a cinema showing the movie, chauffeured tours, memorabilia and more. You can also enjoy walking tours of the filming locations, and no visit to Cong is complete without a visit to The Quiet Man statue.
Wild Mountain Thyme was filmed in 2019 in Crossmolina, very close to Ballina in North Mayo. Starring Jamie Dornan, Emily Blunt, Jon Hamm, Christopher Walkin and Dearbhla Molloy, the movie got attention for some of the slightly dodgy accents more than the film itself. Due to Covid, the film didn't get the cinema attention it would have done in normal times, but locals say they will speak to visitors in the accents if they have to. https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/when-tourists-visit-our-town-because-of-wild-mountain-thyme-if-we-have-to-speak-with-that-accent-well-do-it-39745733.html
Eamon Moore, who runs The Thatch Inn. suggests there could be a 'Wild Mountain Thyme Trek' taking in some of the locations seen in the movie. It's certainly something to think about. Tourism Ireland released a 'Behind the Scenes' video where they found out what the stars of the movie loved most about Ireland.
If you'd like to find out more about the Outpace project, there is a free resource pack over on the OUTPACE website which looks at the significance of pop culture tourism, and how to harness the power of it. https://www.popculturetourism.eu/resource-pack-en/
Opportunities for Pop Culture Tourism in Roscommon and Leitrim
Opportunities for Pop Culture Tourism in Sligo
Opportunities for Pop Culture Tourism in our Region


Your cell phone charges off of USB, but can you really trust that charging station at the airport? Now you can control when to allow data in or out of your device with this little USB extension cable. It can be used with any device that has a micro USB port, which is like just about anything except for Apple devices. Voila! Your cable's data lines can now be switched on or off.
It is super easy to use. Comes with a micro-B USB connector on one end and a USB A plug on the other. In between is an in-line switch that you can set to either "Data" or "Charger". When Data is set, both D+ and D- data lines pass through. When Charger is set, they are both disconnected.
This cable will also work with anything that has a standard micro USB port. We also have a version that is a little USB extension cable, so it will work with an Apple lighting cable, or any other non-Micro USB cable.


On Friday 24th June Year 6 were lucky enough to be allocated places on this year's Junior Citizens Event at Guildford Fire Station.
The event was organised and funded by Guildford Borough Council and was an excellent opportunity for children to learn some valuable life skills from a wide range of expert including Surrey Police, Surrey Fire and Rescue, the RNLI, GBC Park Rangers and a Dog Warden. During the event the children split into small groups and learnt about road safety, what to do in the event of a fire, basic lifesaving skills, safety around water, how to deal with strangers and dog safety. The children and teachers seemed to really enjoy the morning and some very important lessons were learnt. Thank you to Guildford Borough Council and Guildford Fire & Rescue for hosting such a great event.


Central image is taken from an illustration by Kaspar Kögler (1838-1923), part of an 1890 mural that once graced the Wiesbaden Ratskeller, but was sadly destroyed in World War II. Text is from a poem entitled "Burschenlust" (Young Man's Pleasure), written in 1841 Emanuel Geibel and set to music in 1843 by Justus Wilhelm Lyra.
See also Nos. 234, 246, 248, 280, 291, 324 and 330.


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package org.apache.kerby.cms;

import org.apache.kerby.asn1.type.Asn1ObjectIdentifier;
import org.apache.kerby.x509.type.Extension;
import org.junit.Test;

import java.io.IOException;

import static org.assertj.core.api.Assertions.*;

public class ExtensionTest {

    @Test
    public void testUnsetCritical() throws IOException {
        Extension extension = new Extension();
        extension.setExtnId(new Asn1ObjectIdentifier("1.3.6.1.5.2.3.1"));
        extension.setExtnValue("value".getBytes());
        extension.setCritical(false);
        byte[] encodedBytes = extension.encode();
        Extension decodedExtension = new Extension();
        decodedExtension.decode(encodedBytes);
        assertThat(decodedExtension.getCritical()).isFalse();
    }

    @Test
    public void testSetCritical() throws IOException {
        Extension extension = new Extension();
        extension.setCritical(true);
        extension.setExtnId(new Asn1ObjectIdentifier("1.3.6.1.5.2.3.1"));
        extension.setExtnValue("value".getBytes());
        byte[] encodedBytes = extension.encode();
        Extension decodedExtension = new Extension();
        decodedExtension.decode(encodedBytes);
        assertThat(decodedExtension.getCritical()).isTrue();
    }
}

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I Finally Found A Reason To Like Google+…Hangout!
That's why, when I first heard about Google+, my groans could probably be heard all around the world. ANOTHER social media platform that I had to learn if I wanted to keep up with the times? Gah.
I signed in and set up my profile, sort of, and started adding people to my circles, the entire time frowning, shaking my head, and muttering to myself how ridiculous this was.
I have friends who are HUGE fans of Google+ and sing its praises regularly. I could just never get into it. As time went by, I started getting notifications that all kinds of foreign men with long and difficult-to-pronounce names were adding me to their circles (icky) and although I obviously don't have to add them to mine (and won't!), it added to my distaste for the platform.
And then, two weeks ago, something amazing happened.
I had to do some Social RevUp work with one of my partners, and she suggested a Google+ Hangout. It was a lot like Skyping, and we were able to work face-to-face from different locations. But wait, there's more.
The advantage that Google+ Hangout has over Skype is that you can invite as many people as you want to the Hangout; it's not just one-on-one.
Last night, I was a part of a Google+ Hangout with five friends in five other states: Indiana, Ohio, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and California.
We were all on-screen, and except for the one who had to do the Hangout from her iPhone and kept getting booted out when she got texts from other friends, it went really well, technology-wise.
It also went really well, connecting-wise, laughing-wise, and fun-wise. We chatted for three hours (!!!) and it was a blast. I am so in awe of today's technology: being able to connect this way with people anywhere in the world is just amazing. I haven't been in the same room with all of these these friends since August, but last night we were virtually in the same room. I'm still smiling about it.
Believe it or not, this is not a Google-sponsored post. It's really just a public service announcement with a lot of excitement behind it because I am in love with this feature. Thanks for reading; carry on.
2. On the right side of the stream, you'll see a button that reads "Start a Hangout".
4. If this is your first Google+ Hangout, you'll need to install a voice/video plugin before you can see your friends. This does take a few minutes.
5. You will be taken to a new page that will show your live feed (hopefully you have a web cam and microphone), and from there you can invite people to the Hangout. Those people will get their invitation on Google+ and all they have to do is accept it.
6. That's it! It really couldn't be easier.
I think my group of friends is going to make Google+ Hangouts a regular thing. I will also be using it to work with my business partners on days when I can't get to our city office.
It's probably only a matter of time before I dive into the rest of Google+, but I'm just taking it one step at a time. Maybe change isn't so bad after all.
Tagged as: Beyond Awesome, I love my friends, So much fun.
Sounds like you all had lots of fun.
SUPER easy. Super fun. My sisters and I used a Hangout last week to plan a surprise party. Two of us live in this area, one lives in Alaska, and one in Tulsa. My Alaskan sister had a lot of problems (using her iPhone), but we could still hear her.
our "city office" … We have WAAAAY to much fun to be calling this work … lmao good luck today!
I'm fascinated by what you did. I had a Google+ account for about 6 months before I deleted it. No one I knew irl was on it because no one saw any point in Google+. I'll keep hangouts in mind for the future. Interesting.
Yeah, I hate G+ otherwise, but the hangout feature is totally worth it!
ugh, now you're going to make me give Google+ a second look. I was totally fine with writing it off, but now you and your little blog post here has shed some positive light on the application and that forces me to check it out again, lol. Thanks for sharing.
I am with you 100% on everything you just said.
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DreamWorks Animation's long-term investment in HP goes public.
It's not often that the details of back-end computing infrastructure make a dent in the consciousness of the public at large, but with today's release of DreamWorks Animation's newest blockbuster animated film, "The Croods", HP has decided to toot its own horn about how it delivered the technology that made the latest state-of-the-art animation technology exemplar possible.
HP's relationship with DreamWorks is more than a decade old, and for its latest film, DreamWorks relied almost entirely on the HP technology infrastructure; networking, servers, workstations, storage, and management tools all were part of the HP converged infrastructure. The network was built for continuous availability and utilized the HP FlexNetwork architecture with management via the HP Intelligent Management Center. Storage duties were handled by centrally managed HP 3PAR StoreServ Storage, HP MSA P2000, HP StoreAll Storage, and HP StoreOnce Backup.
HP Workstations were used to create the world that the Crood characters inhabit, and the extensive rendering necessary, reported as 80 million hours, was delivered with a compute infrastructure that consisted of four rendering farms, located globally (Glendale and Redwood City, California; Las Vegas, Nevade; and Bangalore, India), featured the HP Proliant BL460c Gen8 server blades, which HP claims were able to deliver more than 40 percent greater performance than the previous-generation hardware it supplemented and replaced. On average, 500,000 rendering jobs were completed each day of work at the rendering datacenters.
As Derek Chan, the head of Technology Global Operations for DreamWorks Animation, was quoted as saying: "HP Converged Infrastructure ensures that our film-makers have the technical resources they require to bring their creative vision to life and deliver amazing films to our audiences." Given the overall investment in animated movies of this nature and the highly visible nature of the business, should the movie be a flop, DreamWorks' decision to use a converged infrastructure solution goes a long way toward validating the converged/unified/single provider infrastructure as a good one for high-profile, "must succeed" projects.